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The AI Infrastructure Boom Sparks a National Battle Over Grid Costs, Water, and Local Control
For nearly four0 years, John Steinbach has lived comfortably in his Manassas, Virginia, home. However, that sense of stability was shaken in January 2026 when he opened an electricity bill totaling $281, a steep jump from roughly $100 just a month prior. Speaking with Consumer Reports, Steinbach voiced a concern that is rapidly echoing across…
